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ILFRACOMBE is well known as a Victorian seaside town but the Yacht Club was only formed in 1962 by a small group of like-minded individuals, to promote the art of sailing and motor cruising in the Bristol Channel. IYC offers a full programme of sailing and social events for members and non-members, locals or visitors to the area, and you are assured of a warm welcome whether arriving by land or by sea!

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	ILFRACOMBE is well known as a Victorian seaside town but the Yacht Club was only formed in 1962 by a small group of like-minded individuals, to promote the art of sailing and motor cruising in the Bristol Channel. IYC offers a full programme of sailing and social events for members and non-members, locals or visitors to the area, and you are assured of a warm welcome whether arriving by land or by sea! NEW - See the Links Page for a 7 day Ilfracombe Weather Forecast and Tide Information.
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CLICK HERE FOR LUNDY RACE SLIDE SHOW CLICK HERE TO GO TO CJ NAUTICAL IMAGING PHOTOGRAPHS HOW IT ALL BEGAN… In 2005, a series of events were organised right across the United Kingdom as part of the Sea Britain theme to mark the bicentenary of Nelson's famous and decisive naval battle at Trafalgar on 21 st October, 1805. There was the spectacle of the biggest Fleet Review in modern times in the Solent, inspected by Her Majesty The Queen. Included in the 167 naval ships from over 30 countries were no fewer than 6 aircraft carriers! News of the magnificent victory at Trafalgar, and of Nelson's death, was relayed to Falmouth by Lt. Lapenotiere in HMS Pickle, thence by post chaise to the Admiralty in London. Recent research by historians has revealed that Lt. Lapenotiere originally hailed from Ilfracombe, having spent his formative years in the town! Ilfracombe Yacht Club wanted to play its part in the Sea Britain festivities, and following a conversation with Ilfracombe Harbour Master Lt Com. Rob Lawson, it was decided to establish an annual Round Lundy Race with the Trafalgar Cup presented for the overall winner. The support, advice and encouragement received from Sir Robin Knox Johnson confirmed that this would be an exciting and challenging course for yachtsmen to complete. Given the distance involved, the prevailing winds and the strong tidal flows around the island, the Round Lundy Race immediately caught the attention of the Bristol Channel sailing community, with entrants coming from many ports up and down the Channel. Now in its fourth year, the 2008 Race will be held on Saturday 21 st June, and a vigorous and exhilarating day's sailing is anticipated. The registration of the yachts is already underway….its popularity means that places are limited….will you be joining us on the starting line?….. LUNDY 2008 DETAILS AVAILABLE NOW - Click Here See the editorial link on the Lundy Race Page. Ilfracombe Yacht Club, The Quay, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9EQ Tel 01271 863969 please press <Ctrl>D to add us to your favourites Website by gavindenyer@hotmail.co.uk